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Welcome to Discovery Charter School – Phoenix Campus

Discovery Charter School – Phoenix Campus, is a tuition-free TK–8 public charter school authorized by the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE). We welcome students from any district in California and provide a nurturing, engaging environment where children grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Admission to DCS Phoenix is determined through a lottery system, and all families who complete the lottery process by the deadline will be eligible for the lottery.

 

Why Choose Discovery?

Whole-Child Approach

We go beyond academics to support students’ emotional growth and character development. Social-emotional learning (SEL), small-group instruction, and a safe, inclusive culture help every child build confidence and lifelong skills.

Project-Based, Hands-On Learning

Students engage in real-world projects that promote critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of core concepts.

Student Voice and Choice

We encourage students to make meaningful choices in their learning, helping them develop independence, curiosity, and motivation.

Strong Family Partnerships

We believe learning is most effective when families are involved. Our school community is built on active engagement and collaboration between families and staff.

A Close-Knit, TK–8 Community

With small class sizes and a committed, caring team, every student is known, supported, and celebrated.

Lottery was held on March 13, 2026.  We are still accepting applications.

 

If you are unable to submit an online application, you may submit a paper application at our office. Applications can be downloaded below and are also available in the office.

Download a Discovery Application (English)  |  Descargar una Solicitud de Discovery (Español)

  • To be eligible for the 2026-2027 lottery, you must have submitted your appliation no later than March 1, 2026, we highly recommended steps 2 & 3:

     

    Step 1 Apply online

    Submit an application for each child. A separate application is required for each school site.

     
    Step 2 Attend an Information Meeting New families are highly encouraged to attend one Information Meeting at either of the two campuses. These meetings are available both online (via Zoom) or in person.
    Step 3 Attend an Open House Tour New families are are highly encouraged to attend an Open House Tour at the campus to which they apply. If applying to both the Phoenix and Falcon campuses, it is adviseable to attend the Open House Tour at each campus. Tours are in-person only.

  • Information Meetings/Open Houses

    Families we highly encourage you to watch the Information Meeting video and the Phoenix Campus Open House Tour and complete the short quiz. These resources are a great way to learn more about our program, school community, and what makes Discovery Charter School unique.

    If you are still interested in applying after watching the videos, please email PhoenixRegistrar@mydiscoveryk8.org to let us know. Families who complete the videos and quiz and you will be placed at the end of the waitlist

     

    Information Meeting Videos

     

    Information Meeting - English

    Information Meeting (25-26) - Spanish

     

    Open House Videos

     

    Open House Tour Video

    Quiz

    Quiz

     

     

     

  • Discover the Magic of Middle School at DCS!

     

    Curious about what makes Discovery Charter School middle school so special? Come see for yourself at our Middle School Showcase! Students will engage in hands-on activities that bring learning to life, parents will join breakout sessions to learn about our program and philosophy, and everyone will hear from alumni about their journey through DCS and transition to high school. Plus, meet our welcoming community of current students and staff!  

     

    Dates & Time

    • Tuesday, February 3, 2026

    • Thursday, March 19, 2026

    • 6:00–8:00 pm

     

    What You’ll Experience

    • Interactive, hands-on activities for students that bring learning to life

    • Parent breakout sessions to dive deeper into our program and philosophy

    • Alumni stories about the DCS journey and transition to high school

    • Meet our friendly students, staff, and community

     

    Don’t Miss Out!

    Please sign up in advance so we know you and your student will be attending.
    Scan for more information and to register.

     

    BRING YOUR STUDENT!

    See the DCS experience in action—this is their chance to explore, participate, and imagine themselves as part of our community.

    Sign up to Attend MS Showcase

    1. DCS verifies all applicant information, including residency and attendance at meetings and tours.
    2. Families receive a Family ID number via email one week prior to the lottery. This ID is used in the lottery and waitlist process.
    3. Lottery Details:
      1. Phoenix Campus: March 13, 2026, 10:00 AM, Room 2
      2. Location: 4021 Teale Avenue, San Jose, CA 95117
      3. Find the number of OPEN SEATS for each grade level

    1. Offer letters are emailed within 24 hours.
    2. Families have 3 days to accept or decline using the instructions in the offer email.
    3. A waitlist is posted on the school website. Seats are offered from the waitlist as they become available.

    Important: Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. If applications exceed available spots, admission is determined by lottery.

    For additional details, see our Admissions FAQ

  • To learn more about the enrollment process do one of the following:

    1. Email phoenixregistrar@mydiscoveryk8.org
    2. Call 408-243-9800 x1102
    3. Stop by our office Monday–Friday from 9am to 4:30pm